Burma, now known as Myanmar, achieved independence from British colonial rule in 1948. The nationalist movement in Burma began to gain momentum in the early 20th century, with influential figures such as Aung San leading protests and advocating for self-rule. Aung San and other leaders founded the Anti-Fascist People's Freedom League (AFPFL) in 1945, which played a crucial role in negotiating Burma's independence from the British. The country finally gained independence on January 4, 1948 after several years of political struggle and negotiation.
